Get paid what

you’re worth.

Hi, I’m Kara—a former Big Law attorney turned salary negotiation coach. I work with professionals like you to break through the opacity of compensation, so you can negotiate your offer with confidence and walk away with what you deserve.

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The Truth About Compensation

Companies

✅ Approval layers that make offers feel non-negotiable, even when they are

✅ Corporate lawyers (like I used to be) crafting offers designed to prioritize company interests

✅ Subtle pressure tactics like deadlines and “final offers” that push you to accept quickly without countering

✅ Years of practice managing pushback with responses that make you feel like you’re already getting the best deal

✅ Opaque promotion requirements that keep salary advancement vague

You

❌ Over-preparing for interviews and under-preparing to negotiate compensation

❌ Afraid of saying the wrong thing and losing the offer

❌ Feeling pressured by tight deadlines that push you to decide quickly

❌ Little to no negotiation experience to back you up

❌ Unclear on what’s actually negotiable and what isn’t

❌ Wondering if you left money on the table after the deal is done

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How it Works

Strategy Call

  • Review your situation

  • See if we're a fit

  • Create a custom game plan

Negotiation Prep

  • Craft your strategy

  • Master key tactics

  • Get your scripts ready

Real-Time Support

  • Direct access to me

  • Review & draft every email

  • Close the best deal possible

Pricing

  • Percentage of offer increase

  • If there’s no offer increase, you pay $0

Client Feedback

  • Got a $500K increase in total comp after working with Kara. Before Kara and I connected, my plan was to ask for the same salary as my prior role because I really cared about joining my current company (dream role!). After talking with Kara, I realized, however, that I should not only ask for more in salary but also anchor the equity discussion much higher because I was bringing a unique skill set to the company. She helped me spot unfavorable terms in the offer letter and draft emails to the company's attorney to get those terms changed (zero pushback!). Practicing the negotiation with Kara was so important for me to feel like I always knew what to say. I plan to reach out to Kara immediately when I negotiate in the future.

    Research Engineer at leading AI lab

  • Kara was an absolute powerhouse in my negotiation. She kept me grounded and confident through each stage, breaking down complex steps and always being just an email or call away. Negotiating can be intimidating, but with Kara's insights and strategies, I felt like I had a serious edge. Thanks to her, I landed an extra $34K in salary, $170K in equity, and a $20K sign-on bonus—results I honestly didn’t think were possible. Kara’s knowledge of the negotiation process made it all feel clear and manageable, and I could tell she genuinely cared about getting the best outcome for me. I've already shared her name with friends, and I’ll definitely be back for future career moves.

    Senior Data Scientist

  • Before working with Kara, I had no idea what was truly possible in terms of salary and benefits. She guided me through each step, showing me tactics and insights that completely changed how I approached the process. I ended up with an offer way above what I thought was achievable. Kara’s advice gave me the confidence to ask for more and actually get it. Can’t thank her enough and highly recommend her if you’re looking to maximize your offer without the stress.

    Business Development Manager

  • Working with Kara was exactly the boost I needed. She took the time to understand my goals and gave me practical, actionable strategies for my upcoming conversation. Her insights about conveying my value without sounding pushy, and her tips on ‘pausing’ and letting the facts speak for themselves, were gold. I also appreciated her encouraging me to practice out loud and record myself – it was a game-changer. With Kara’s help, I walked into my meeting feeling prepared and optimistic. I’d recommend her coaching to anyone facing these tough conversations.

    Software Engineer

  • I wish I had worked with Kara earlier in the process before sending my salary and equity request to the company. Kara provided custom-drafted emails for me to use in responding to the recruiter and the hiring manager. I really appreciated that she was so responsive to my messages even though we were in different timezones. I also appreciated that she explained to me why I shouldn’t worry about losing my offer if I negotiate with the company. For every question I had, she presented me with scenarios of how things could play out, which helped me make the best decisions. Her advice was very specific and actionable and helped me pick the offer that makes the most sense for my career given my goals.

    Executive Director, Engineering

  • Kara helped me identify and articulate what she calls, ‘unfair advantages:’ my unique skills and experiences so that the right employer clearly understands what I can offer above and beyond the standard skillset in my industry

    Executive Creative Director

  • I’ll be honest—I thought I could handle negotiating on my own. But after talking to Kara, I realized there was so much I hadn’t even considered. She has this way of breaking things down so it all feels doable, even the parts that seemed intimidating. Thanks to her, I ended up with way more than I expected: a nice salary bump, a big chunk of equity, and even a signing bonus. I never would’ve pushed for all of that on my own. If you’re on the fence, just go for it. Kara seriously knows her stuff.

    Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • I'm a software engineer and I worked with Kara when I was joining an AI startup as an addition to the founding team. She helped me navigate conversations about equity and title. Running through those conversations together prepared me for negotiation in person. With her help I got 6% equity in the company as opposed to the initial 2% that they were offering.

    Software Engineer

Hi! I’m Kara Ebel.

I’m a former Big Law Tech attorney turned Negotiation Coach, here to help high-achieving professionals secure the compensation they deserve.

After years of representing major tech companies in complex deals, I realized there was a gap in how people negotiate for themselves versus how corporations negotiate for their interests. I’ve seen both sides of the table—how companies structure their offers and the strategies they use to protect their bottom line. Now, I use that insider knowledge to coach engineers, tech professionals, and other driven individuals to negotiate boldly, strategically, and with confidence.

My mission is simple: to make sure talented professionals are fully valued for the work they do. I teach my clients how to understand their leverage, make compelling cases for their worth, and walk into every negotiation prepared and empowered.

Whether you’re looking to raise your salary, negotiate equity, or secure benefits that reflect your contribution, I’m here to help you approach every discussion with a clear strategy. It’s about owning your value—and never leaving money or potential on the table.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, let’s work together to make sure you’re getting everything you deserve.